Domestic Issues and Their Solutions — Page 24
24 Nikah and Purpose of Marriage Source of the Continuation of Human Species Huzoor e Anwer (m ay Allah be his Helper) said the following in a nikah sermon at the time of announcement of a nikah at Fazl Mosque, London on 15 May 2011. ‘Nikah and marriage is a means designed by Allah the Exalted to propagate the human species designed by Allah the Exa lted. Two families come together in this as do two people and Islam has called this a very commendable practice. Some Companions of the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be on him) said they would not get married and would lead celibate lives. Th e Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be on him) said one who does not practice my Sunnah is not from me. I get married, undertake business and also have children. Business here means engagements and responsibilities of life. ’ Huzoor e Anwer added: ‘ Nikah is a fundamental commandment. Not only does it propagate one’s generation and runs society, it also protects one from many ills and propagates pious generation. Newly wed couples should always